Reel Tuning & Upgrades

Abu Bearing Drive Shaft

Custom drive shaft with ball bearing in the base portion. This bearing supports the bulk of the load imposed on the drive shaft as the handle is turned under pressure. Outer portion of the drive shaft is supported by an Instant Anti Reverse bearing...

METAL Ported Abu Dual Bearing Idler Gear Kit

  For years now customers have asked for a full metal idler gear...well, here it is! This full aluminum, ported idler gear is a first of its kind for Classic Abu reels. Weighing in a 3.7 grams, this idler isn't as lightweight as our Super Ported,...

Abu 7000 Ball Bearing Worm Kit

BRAND NEW ITEM!Now you can have a smoother levelwind system and add another ball bearing to your 7000 series levelwind!We have had these worm sheilds custom made for us to accept a ball bearing one in end of the sheild,  the worm now spins with less...

6.3:1 High Speed Gears for Abu Ultracast

This gear set will convert any UltraCast Ambassadeur casting reel (see note below), from 4000 to 6600 size, to the fast 6.3:1 "High Speed" gearing system. Normal reels come with a 5.3:1 ratio which is a good all-around ratio, some people need a HIGHER...

Black Flat Swept Handle, 4 Bearing EVA Knobs

Really cool swept handle design with EVA (dense foam) knobs that each spin on two stainless ball bearings. Knobs have an aluminum screw cover over the end of the knob. The bearings are removable for cleaning or repair. Handle length is approx 100mm,...

Shimano S/S ABEC 7 Bearing set of 10 3x10x4mm

Bearing size is 3 x 10 x 4mm. Stainless steel balls. Fits all newer style Shimano casting reels with bearing part #BNT0194, BNT0084, and TGT0184. These bearings are incredibly fast! They come shipped bone dry with no oil in them. If you find them to be...

Abu 7000 High Speed Gear Kit - 5.5:1 Ratio

We have found a supplier to make these gear sets for us! This kit will change the gear ratio of your Ambassadeur 7500, 7500CT, BG7000HS, BG7000HSN High Speed series reel to 5.5:1 (stock was 5.3:1). This will give you a faster retrieve. Add a Carbon Drag...

TLD 20 & 25 Single Speed Carbon Drag Kit

Set of 1 washer Replaces Shimano part # TLD0093

Tekota 700 and 800 Carbon Drag Kit

Set of 4 washers Replaces Shimano part #'s TGT0569, TGT0566(X3)

Shimano Ceramic ABEC 7 Bearing Upgrade 3x10x4mm

**In stock now! ** While we order lots for stock, these bearings go FAST! So if you're eager to upgrade your reel before Summer sneaks up on us, please pre-order.Bearing size is 3 x 10 x 4mm. Si3N4 Ceramic balls. Fits all newer style (and most older...

Abu OLDER STYLE S/S ABEC 7 Bearing set of 10 3x10x4mm

Bearing size is 3 x 10 x 4mm. Stainless steel balls. Fits most older style Abu casting reels with bearing part #5230 or to replace brass bushings. Keep in mind these bearings will replace brass bushing #12667 AFTER approx. 1974 or so (different size)...

CARBON DRAG KIT Coldwater 303D 303DS 303DLX 453D 453DS, Convector 30D 30L 45D, 45L, Cortez 10CSa 12CSa

CARBON DRAG KIT TO FIT OKUMA Coldwater 303D 303DS 303DLX 453D 453DS,  Convector 30D 30L 45D, 45L, Cortez 10CSa 12CSa